Bowmore 25 Year Old vs Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.

Bowmore 25 Year OldKnockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky
DistilleryBowmoreKnockando
RegionIslay
CountryScotlandUnited Kingdom
TypeSingle Malt
ABV43%40%
Age25 yrNAS
Price£402.5£500
Rating5.00/5

Bowmore 25 Year Old

Smoke64/100
Sweetness60/100
Beginner60/100
Value12/100

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Smoke0/100
Sweetness64/100
Beginner70/100
Value0/100

Bowmore 25 Year Old

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

SmokySweetFruitySpicyWoodyFloral

Quick verdict

Bowmore 25 Year Old is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).

Bowmore 25 Year Old is better value at £403 vs £500.

For beginners: Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).

Bowmore 25 Year Old

Pros

  • +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
  • +Better value for money
  • +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
  • +More affordable (£402.5 vs £500)

Cons

  • Niche style — may not suit all palates

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pros

  • +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers

Cons

  • More expensive (£500 vs £402.5)
  • Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
  • Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative

Who should buy Bowmore?

Bowmore 25 Year Old suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.

Who should buy Knockando?

Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.

Tasting notes

Only Bowmore 25 Year Old

SmokeySherriedOld WoodChocolateDried Fruit

Only Knockando 1972 / Bot.1984 Speyside Single Malt Scotch Whisky

HoneyMalt ExtractToastedVanillaCitric

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